CAD Designer
Corby
Hours - Mon to Fri Office Based
Salary £Competitive DOE
Our client is a well-established SME engineering fabrication business specialising in the bespoke design, manufacture, and installation of architectural metal structures. Their work supports a variety of sectors, and projects are primarily fabricated in stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminium.
Due to a busy order book, they are seeking an experienced CAD Designer with a background in sheet metal fabrication to join a growing design team. The role focuses on producing technical general arrangement designs, along with 2D and 3D production drawings for bespoke architectural structures.
This position requires close collaboration with customers, internal manufacturing teams, and installation crews to ensure designs move smoothly from concept through to fabrication and site assembly.
Key Responsibilities
Produce technical general arrangement drawings in both 2D and 3D
Create accurate production and component drawings for metal fabrication
Undertake site surveys to inform design solutions
Work closely with clients including transport operators, architects, and Tier 1 contractors
Support manufacturing and installation teams throughout fabrication and on-site assembly
Manage your own design projects through the full design phase
Ensure designs meet structural, construction, and industry requirementsSkills & Experience Required
Minimum 3 years’ experience in the metal fabrication industry
Strong proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and Inventor 3D
Proven experience producing fabrication engineering drawings
Good understanding of construction methods and structural requirements
Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with clients and internal teams
Strong organisational and project management skillsDesirable Attributes
Experience working on architectural structures
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Practical, problem-solving mindset with attention to detailWhat’s on Offer
Opportunity to work on bespoke, high-profile fabrication projects
Stable, long-term role within a respected SME
Supportive team environment with scope for progressionIf interested, please apply here or call Kim to discuss further